One of the earliest memoirs by an American Indian, Chainbreaker presents the recollections of a Seneca chief, also known as Governor Blacksnake. A fighter in the American Revolution who lived more than a century, Chainbreaker told his story as an old man in the 1840s to a fellow Seneca, Benjamin Williams, who translated it and committed it to paper. Epic in scale and yet intensely personal, Chainbreaker's story provides a rare Native view of warfare and diplomacy during a crucial period in American history. His account is only fully available in this edition, featuring extensive commentary by Thomas S. Abler. Thomas S. Abler is a professor of anthropology at the University of Waterloo. He is the author of Hinterland Warriors and Military Dress: European Empires and Exotic Uniforms.
This collection of inspirational poetry is a testimony of my personal challenges and experiences, biblical knowledge, occurrences throughout the community, as well as those of my friends, immediate and church family. I am grateful to be blessed with the gift of writing and singing, something I do not take for granted. I believe gifts and talents are to be used to help and encourage others near and far, known and unknown. My desire is that this book go to places I may never go, reach people I may never be able to physically reach, bring healing to the sick and shut-in, mend broken hearts, restore marriages, and cause its readers who do not have a relationship with Jesus Christ to come to know Him as their personal Lord and Savior. I believe there is something in this book for everyone. Many of the poems were written as songs and are being compiled into two CDs; the first is being recorded simultaneously with the publishing of this book. Poems such as God Will Do it Again, Delayed but Not Denied, I am so Grateful and Im in Love with a Man Called Jesus are just a few poems in the form of songs written with the intent of reaching a listening audience with the message of the good news. Be blessed and encouraged as you read.
In 4th&Inches you will be challenged with an open heart to know the defender in Christ. Through the segments of this book Benjamin Williams challenges you to move from a place of self preservation on defense to a place of offensive production through the spirit of Christ in your faith. We all have experienced struggle to some degree. Hurt is everywhere in this world. The Gospel presents a spirit and a Christ that is sufficient in all things. All things include our suffering as well as our victory. Benjamin Williams is a professional Mixed Martial Arts fighter from Loveland Co. He is also the founder of KO A Life LLC(kingdom outreach) a foundation that is centered in his hometown. Its existence is to reach out to the community in its needs with the Love and gospel of Christ. It is the first ministry in existence to his ministry Kingdom Corp. As his first work this book will reveal pieces of his life and his heart for Christ.
History is strewn with examples of failed leadership. The book ends for these stories, we contend, are abusive power and control (tyranny) on one hand and "me" (narcissism) on the other. Tyranny gives us such notables as Hitler, Stalin, Pol Pot, Nero and Ivan the Terrible. Narcissism gives us Bernard Maddoff, Enron, Jim Bakker, Henry the 8th ,and Louis the 14th. With so many examples of failed leadership, why have we not learned our lesson? Why do we keep repeating our mistakes? The answer lies in human nature. Some people lust for power and control over others, and if the truth be told, others prefer being "told what to do" because then they don't have to think or take responsibility for their actions: being controlled gives them someone to blame. Others crave attention and seek the adulation of those around them and, like the victims of tyranny, those ruled by narcissists prefer a hero figure to adore in good times, and blame in bad times. Christianity is both belief and practice. Therefore it is both critical, and the authors argue, necessary, that the leadership practices of Christians be consistent with the faith. What do you do when you've tried the theories and they aren't working? You move beyond tyranny and narcissism. Where do you go? You go to historic Christianity. At the heart of the Christian revelation you will discover a timeless organizational model that is founded upon the Holy Trinity, and a leadership model incarnated in Jesus Christ both of which are relevant for daily living and decision making, no matter what your organization. It's time to stop acquiescing to tyranny and narcissism as if things cannot be better. It's time to claim the higher ground. This takes leadership born of courage, strength, character, discipline and faith. It also takes knowing where you want to go. The authors provide a well-grounded blueprint. Beginning with a Trinitarian vision of a communion of persons, McKibben and Williams outline in many practical ways how it is possible to make hierarchy and conciliarity complementary aspects of a leadership based on mutual service and accountability. If you are disillusioned with organizational church life, or simply frustrated at the gap between theology and administration, then this book will be a source of hope If you are disillusioned with organizational church life, or simply frustraed at the gap between theology and administration, then this book will be a source of hope....this is a pioneering work. Fr. John A. Jillions Associate Professor, Saint Paul University, Ottawa, Canada; Vice-President of the Canadian Council of Churches Beyond Tryanny and Narcissism addresses organizational realities that all churches and businesses struggle with, and does so from the perspective of the historic Christian faith by drawing on the doctrine of the Holy Trinity and Christ ́s leadership style. It is the best single practical treatment on the Holy Trinity I have read. Dr Richared J. Mouw President, Fuller Theological Seminary
Here we are in the millennium that wasn't supposed to happen, as another generation of end-time authors and bible prophecy "specialists" have proven wrong. Again the Book of Revelation has been brought into disrepute. Can Christians "take back the book" and read John's Apocalypse with fresh eyes? Dr. Williams argues that the prophet John saw in the events of his own day a larger drama playing out, the ultimate struggle between God and evil. Because human nature never really changes, the same great themes speak to every age - including our own. In all the bad news of today's headlines, the Apocalypse unveils the good news that undergirds all human history and drives it forward toward its intended destiny. If you find the Book of Revelation only confusing or even frightening, this book is for you.
The poems of Write The Vision are my song and my expression of journey. I trust that as you read the words, you heart will hear the melody and understand that our "child's voice" has God's ear.
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